Westinghouse 6060P-963 User manual

Brand: Westinghouse

Model: 6060P-963

Type: User manual

Electric Element Replacement Instructions for Electric Water Heaters

See Table 4 in this Manual for a List of Applicable Part Numbers

272 Duchaine Blvd. New Bedford, MA 02745 508-763-8071

lp-638 Rev. 1.19.17

STOP! Follow these instructions or warranty will be void!

Installation Must Comply With:

1. National Electrical Code

2. In Canada, CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1,

and CGA No. B149 (latest version)

3. Local, state, provincial, and national codes, laws,

regulations, and ordinances.

This installation shall be done by a qualied service agency

in accordance with these instructions, all applicable

codes, and requirements of the authority having

jurisdiction. Failure to follow these instructions could result

in substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or

death.

Included with Kit:

NSF Approved Lubricant and Sealant (6060-998)

Electric Element(s) w Square Gasket(s)

Round Gasket(s)

Round Brass Washer(s)

Instructions

Tools and Parts Required (Not Included):

Electric Element Installation Tool or 1 1/2” Deep Socket

Nylon Brush

Phillips Head Screwdriver

3/8 Nut Driver

Installing an Electric Element:

DO NOT replace the heating element(s) with a generic

heating element. Only heating elements from the water

heater manufacturer are approved for use with this water

heater. Failure to follow this warning will result in premature

product failure and VOID the warranty.

Carefully review the table in this manual to ensure the

heating element is compatible with the water heater.

Failure to ensure element to water heater compatibility

could result in operation issues, and/or premature element

or water heater failure. Such failures ARE NOT COVERED

by warranty.

STEP #1 - Turn o power to the water heater. Use a Phillips

Head screwdriver to remove the wires from the element or

thermostat.

Step #3 - Use a 3/8 Nut Driver to remove screws from the

element access cover(s). Remove the insulation to expose

the electric element and wiring. Set aside the access cover(s),

screws, and insulation in a safe place for reinstallation.

NOTE: DO NOT lose the access cover(s), screws, or insulation.

Replacements ARE NOT included with this kit.

Do not proceed with the installation if the water heater

remains powered. Failure to disconnect the power from

the water heater before replacing the heating element

will result in property damage, severe personal injury, or

death due to electric shock.

Step #4 - Remove the element with a 1 1/2” socket wrench or

element tool.

Step #5 - Inspect the removed element. Determine whether the

replacement element will need a square or circular gasket and

washer. See Figure 5.

NOTE: The replacement element must utilize the same gasket

as the removed element. Using the wrong gasket could result in

leaks and property damage. Such damages ARE NOT covered

by product warranty.

Figure 1 - Heating Element Detail

Step #6 - Ensure thread and opening are completely free of

debris. Use a nylon brush to clear away any debris.

Step #7 - Put a small amount of NSF approved lubricant and

sealant on the appropriate gasket and/or washer for the

installation. Put the gasket and/or washer on the element.

Step #8 - Screw the element clockwise into the tank, and

tighten with the 1 1/2” socket wrench or element tool. Be sure

gasket seats properly.

STEP #2 - Run hot water at a faucet in the system. When it

runs cold, shut o the faucet. Then shut o water at the main

cold water inlet or, if possible, valve o the water heater from

the system. Drain the water from the system, or just the water

heater if it can be isolated from the system.

Completely drain the water heater before removing and

replacing a heating element. Failure to do so will result

in a leakage of water and property damage, and could

possibly result in moderate to severe personal injury or

death.

Water drained from the water heater may be scalding

hot. Take care to avoid scalding. Wear gloves and safety

glasses, and direct water to a safe drainage location. Wait

until the water heater has had sufcient time to cool before

proceeding with installation. Failure to comply with this

warning could result in property damage, severe personal

injury, or death.

NOTE: Repeat Steps 3 - 6 as Necessary for Multiple Elements

Step #9 - Open the main cold water inlet. If the water heater has

been isolated from the system, open the valves. Rell the tank

with cold water. Open a hot water faucet high in the system to

bleed any air pressure from the system. Water will ow freely

when air is completely bled.

LP-638 Rev. 1.19.17

When lling the water heater, open a hot water tap to release

air in the tank and piping. The tank must be full of water before

the heater is turned on. Failure to ensure the water heater is full

before turning it on will result in damage to the water heater

and elements, and could result in property damage, serious

personal injury, or death. Such damages ARE NOT covered by

water heater warranty.

Step #9 - Pressure check the tank for leaks around element(s).

a. If leaks are found, repair before wiring the element(s).

b. If no leaks are found, use a Phillips Head screwdriver to

connect the wires to the element and thermostat, if necessary.

See water heater installation manual for thermostat wiring

details.

Step #10 - Reinstall the insulation. Use a 3/8 Nut Driver and the

removed screws to reinstall the access cover(s).

Westinghouse 6060P-963 User manual

Westinghouse 6060P-963 User manual

Westinghouse 6060P-963 User manual

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